Josh Hutcherson who is fresh from promoting “The Kids Are All Right” is ready to take on a new project with the companion of Dane Cook. The 17-year-old actor is officially signed to topline “Detention”, a teen horror-comedy which he will also produce.

Joseph Kahn, who is known to have directed a lot of music videos including Eminem’s as well as the helmer of “Torque”, will be on hand to be the director. Kahn is also in charge of the scriptwriting, working together with Mark Palermo.

The project is indie and is yet to have a release date. However, Hutcherson is expected to film it in Los Angeles in August before kicking off principal photography of “Journey to the Center of the Earth 3D” sequel in October.

According to Variety, the story centers on teens who must survive their final year of high school. Standing in their way is a slasher-movie killer who has seemingly come to life.

Source: AceShowBiz